Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2003 Ford Focus Petrol 1796cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 73,664 miles on the clock, averaging 4,521 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for BV53 PTU
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 73,664 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,521 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BV53 PTU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BV53 PTU
What car is BV53 PTU?
BV53 PTU is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BV53 PTU?
The last recorded mileage for BV53 PTU was 73,664 miles, recorded on 4 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV53 PTU passed its MOT?
BV53 PTU has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 4 Feb 2020.
Is BV53 PTU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV53 PTU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BV53 PTU?
BV53 PTU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.